From $2,449
Guarantee
Small Group
Demanding
Rating
(21 reviews)
Experience Overview
From the bustling market-filled streets of La Paz to Incan culture high in the Andes, this 2-week adventure provides a panoramic view of Peru and a glimpse of Bolivia. Embrace cultures past and present in Cusco and La Paz and interact with locals from the region’s communities for an immersive experience that few rarely get to know. Spend the night at a homestay on the shores of Lake Titicaca, explore the Sacred Valley and experience the stunning views of majestic Machu Picchu before finishing up in Lima where a booming and delicious food scene awaits.
Highlights
- Visit the salt pans of Maras and the ruins of Moray
- Discover Machu Picchu with a local expert
- Explore the pre-Incan ruins of Tiahuanaco
- Witness life on Lake Titicaca
- Haggle at Sacred Valley markets
Trip Details
Product Code: 1747
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Public bus, plane, train, boat, ferry, hiking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Supplier Code: BILM.C
Starts: La Paz, Bolivia
Finishes: Lima, Peru
Duration: 15 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Ccaccaccollo Community and Women's Weaving Co-op visit, Ccaccaccollo Your G for Good Moment: Parwa Community Restaurant the Sacred Valley, Lamay Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Lake Titicaca Homestay, Lake Titicaca Your Discover Moment: Cusco
- Tiahuanaco visit
- Floating islands of Uros visit
- Lake Titicaca guided tour and homestay
- Sacred Valley guided tour
- Pottery making demonstration
- Visit Maras salt pans and ruins of Moray
- Machu Picchu guided tour
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (10 nts), camping (3 nts), homestay (1 nt).
- 14 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
- Public bus, plane, train, boat, ferry, hiking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) $2,449 ($163 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: La Paz
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: La Paz
Today, visit the pre-Incan ruins of Tiahuanaco.
Little is known about the Tiahuanaco people who constructed the great ceremonial centre on the southern shore of Lake Titicaca over 1000 years ago. Spend most of the day visiting these mysterious ruins—a cradle of Incan civilization—before returning to La Paz.
Day 3: La Paz/Puno
Travel by bus through the altiplano, crossing the border to the Peruvian city of Puno, on the shores of Lake Titicaca.
Peru is made up of three main geographical areas: the Andes, the Amazon, and the desert coastal area.
Enjoy spectacular views of the countryside on a full day of travel from La Paz, around Lake Titicaca, and on to Puno.
Day 4: Puno/Lake Titicaca
Enjoy a guided tour of Lake Titicaca with a homestay in a small village.
Head out by boat across Lake Titicaca. Visit the community on the Taquile Islands and stop at a restaurant and enjoy a local lunch with spectacular views.
After, cruise to the another village (this can vary based on community availability) for an overnight homestay on the shores of the lake. This experience provides an opportunity to learn more about rural life in the Peruvian highlands and to participate in local traditions. Eat with the family, pick up some Quecha and Spanish language skills, try on traditional costumes, and help out with daily chores around the village.
Day 5: Lake Titicaca/Puno
Visit the floating islands of Uros before returning to Puno. Opt to visit the Sillustani burial site.
Leave the homestay families late in the morning and visit the Uros Islands on the way back to Puno. A popular optional activity in Puno is a visit to the spectacular chullpas (funerary towers) of Sillustani, a pre-Inca archaeological site only a short drive away.
Opt to pre-book the Lake Titicaca Kayaking on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 6: Puno/Cusco
Hop on the bus for a full day's drive to Cusco.
The bus trip from Puno to Cusco takes the better part of the day, with stark, beautiful scenery en route as you travel through the high Altiplano region. Check out a bit of Cusco, find a spot for dinner, or get prepared to head into the Sacred Valley.
Day 7: Cusco
Enjoy a free day to explore the city's museums and local markets. Choose to pre-book the optional Cusco Cooking Class. Opt for a city tour to see some of the ruins as well.
While most ruins are just outside of the city, the main ruin within is that of the Coricancha, once the Inca Empire's richest temple. It forms the base of the colonial church of Santo Domingo. There are several good museums in Cusco, including the Archaeological Museum, which also houses a small art museum, the Regional History Museum, and the Religious Art Museum.
Opt to visit and hike the famed Rainbow Mountain, pre-book on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 8: Cusco/Ollantaytambo
Enjoy a full-day guided tour of the Sacred Valley. Stop at the G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op before visiting a local pottery making community. Break for lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant in Huchuy Qosco. After lunch, opt to head out on a hike to the Ollantaytambo storehouses and look out over the ruins. Or, wander around the cobblestone streets and visit a local Chicheria (corn beer bar).
Travel through the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas, visiting a G Adventures-supported women's weaving co-op. Meet the women and learn about traditional weaving and dyeing. Opt to pick up some handmade souvenirs and textiles directly from the women who made them.
Have lunch at the G Adventures-supported Parwa Community Restaurant. Learn about the G Adventures for Good project and eat a delicious buffet-style lunch. Proceeds of this meal go directly back to the remote community.
Day 9: Ollantaytambo/Cusco
After breakfast visit the Ollantaytambo ruins where you'll walk up the 200 stone steps to reach the top. Return to the Sacred Valley with your G representative to explore the sites of the Maras Salt Mines and the ancient Incan agricultural terraces of Moray. Continue on a scenic drive through small villages and stunning views of the Andean countryside. Then visit the Chincheros ruins. Known to the Incas as the birthplace of the rainbow, this site offers stunning views of the Andean countryside. Return to Cusco for the evening.
Leave the hikers to start their trek and head out to explore Moray and Maras ancient Incan ruins. Enjoy a scenic drive through Andean farmland on the way.
Day 10: Cusco
Fill up on breakfast at your hotel in Cusco before walking to the Cusco Cathedral where your guide will meet the group for your walking tour of Cusco's colonial side. See the colonial and Inca architecture visible throughout the city and visit the Sapantiana staircase waterfall aqueduct before having lunch near the main plaza. Afterwards, walk back to the hotel and enjoy free time for the rest of the evening.
Day 11: Cusco/Aguas Calientes
After breakfast at the hotel in Cusco, the group will travel by van to Ollantaytambo to catch the scenic train to Aguas Calientes. After enjoying a quick orientation walk around the town of Aguas Calientes the group will have free time for optional activities. Opt to visit the Machu Picchu Museum, the Mandor Waterfalls, and the butterfly garden. Or consider taking a dip in some thermal baths to relax those muscles.
Day 12: Machu Picchu/Cusco
Rise early to enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu. After, catch the train towards Cusco.
Rise early to catch the first bus up to Machu Picchu with your guide. Enjoy a guided visit to the ruins, then head back down by bus to Aguas Calientes to meet up with the rest of the group. Take the scenic train back to Ollantaytambo to meet the van for the ride back to Cusco.
Day 13: Cusco
Enjoy a free day to explore Cusco or relax. Active options include, horseback riding and mountain biking.
Day 14: Cusco/Lima
Fly to Lima. Opt for a city tour or wander the neighbourhood of Miraflores.
Take a short flight to the coast and the capital city of Lima. This vibrant city has a fantastic main square, tons of shopping, and incredible eating. Opt to join the group for one final evening out.
Day 15: Lima
Depart at any time.
Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Rachel H., - Traveled, July 2023
G Adventures cater for all ages and is such a well run value for money experience and I recommend to all my friends. The accommodation is always good and activities very well organised
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/19/2023
Tony P., - Traveled, July 2023
It was my first group adventure experience and it was very enjoyable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023
Samuel P., - Traveled, July 2023
My father had an exceptional time on this tour and we would trust G Adventures as a tour group time and time again after our time in Peru
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/18/2023
Miroslaw L., - Traveled, June 2023
Great flexibility and service offered by G Adventures.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/14/2023
Susan O., - Traveled, June 2023
The overall experience was positive and exceeded my expectations
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/05/2023
Sylvie B., - Traveled, June 2023
Great CEO and like minded individuals I traveled with
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/15/2023
Helen H., - Traveled, June 2023
All the arrangements are prepared for you, apart from my flights I did not have to concern myself over any part of the holiday. I was advised of meeting times and options, so no stress.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/20/2023
Harry R., - Traveled, May 2023
Del our CEO was incredible. Went above and beyond to help everyone and made the experience extremely enjoyable! He was a credit to the company
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/08/2023
Kaleb K., - Traveled, November 2023
This tour was better than I expected it to be. It was just the right amount of time seeing things with a little bit of free time mixed in. Our guide Romel was phenomenal. He definitely made the tour worthwhile. Had he not been so good, then I might not have enjoyed it so much. He made everything super easy and went above and beyond. Best tour guide I've ever had.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/09/2024
Paige L., - Traveled, June 2023
Fantastic communication through entire booking process and up to date information about your trip. Informative CEO, great destinations and small groups.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2023
Adrienne G., - Traveled, June 2023
All the guides throughout the whole tour were incredible, knowledgeable, and being a women travelling alone I always felt very safe. We got to experience places that we wouldn't have if we would have gone without a tour, and didn't need to stress about travel or tickets.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Emily M., - Traveled, June 2023
I just love G Adventures! I think the mix of cultural experiences, unique experiences and travel style is just perfect.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/30/2023
Adam A., - Traveled, October 2023
Great experience from start to finish. Met lots of interesting and unique people along the way.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/16/2023
Eleri F., - Traveled, August 2023
G Adventures was a great, well rounded, efficient, organised, fun and socially aware trip. I would recommend this type of travel to others who feel nervous of travelling alone or are inexperienced in travel, as G gives a supportive, explorative and informative experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/03/2023
Joe O., - Traveled, July 2023
G Adventures did a good job in many ways. For me, this type of holiday worked well as it took the stress out of travelling as mostly everything was prebooked.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2023
Amelia Q., - Traveled, July 2023
The Inca Empire trip gave me a variety of opportunities to see the real Bolivia and Peru beyond the touristy attractions.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/18/2023
Ketan P., - Traveled, July 2023
Excellent attention to detail. Keeping me interested. Well thought out tours, good locations. Hotels need to improve.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/22/2023
Demi S., - Traveled, June 2023
It is unlike nothing I have ever done! The G moments such as the homestay are memories I will have with me forever.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/08/2023
Marc S., - Traveled, June 2023
Communication from G Adventures leading up to the trip was very sparse, but our CEO was highly communicative and made the process very easy and enjoyable during our trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/09/2023
Juneeja V., - Traveled, May 2023
The Inca Empire trip in particular had some amazing guides and crew. Nilo, as the CEO was absolutely fantastic. Freddie Puma and Edison(I believe was the sous chef) treated us with some exceptionally good food during the Lares Trek - which I totally didn't expect. In addition, Yoel or Chincilla as the group lovingly called him, was a life saviour for me when he generously offered to carry my backpack for the last bit of the uphill climb to 4800mts. (He was an absolute trooper for carrying mine and the bags of two other trekkers, and still be climbing the heights!) Also, I had a couple of opportunities to briefly interact with the guide who was taking the Inca Trail part of our group, Isau, who was also kind, humble and fantastic and was so deeply connected to the culture and land. G Adventures offers a great set of choices for trips, with optional activities. Also, the ability to see and partake in Planeterra supported community initiatives is a way to give back as a traveler.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2023
Sandra J., - Traveled, May 2023
I was attracted by the apparent ethical travelling philosophy of G Adventures which did then appear to be played out in reality. A lot of.my friends and family are concerned with these ki ds of issues so G Adventures
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2023
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